Five Additional Judges Elevated as Permanent Judges of Chhattisgarh High Court

In a significant development aimed at strengthening the judicial system in the state, the President of India, in consultation with the Chief Justice of India, has approved the appointment of five Additional Judges as Permanent Judges of the Chhattisgarh High Court.

This elevation marks an important step toward ensuring institutional continuity and stability within the High Court. Such appointments not only recognize the competence and experience of the judges but also contribute to improving the efficiency of judicial functioning and reducing case pendency.

The judges who have been confirmed as Permanent Judges are Justice Sachin Singh Rajput, Justice Radhakishan Agrawal, Justice Sanjay Kumar Jaiswal, Justice Bibhu Datta Guru, and Justice Amitendra Kishore Prasad. Their elevation is expected to enhance the court’s overall capacity and support more timely disposal of cases.

For the legal community, these appointments carry wider implications. Permanent positions provide greater continuity in judicial work, promote consistency in legal interpretation, and strengthen administrative stability within the court system. They also play a key role in reinforcing public confidence in the justice delivery mechanism.

As a constitutional court, the Chhattisgarh High Court holds a critical responsibility in safeguarding rights, adjudicating disputes, and upholding the rule of law. With these appointments, the institution is better positioned to meet increasing judicial demands with greater effectiveness.

The move has been widely viewed as a positive step toward reinforcing the judiciary and ensuring a more robust and responsive justice system in the state.

Law Department Press Release : In exercise of the power conferred by the Constitution of India, the President of India, after consultation with Chief Justice of India, is pleased to appoint the following Additional Judges as Permanent Judges in the Chhattisgarh High Court: